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maroon

/məˈruːn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does maroon mean?

noun, verb

A dark reddish-brown color. To strand or abandon (someone) in a remote or inhospitable place.

Example

"The ship was marooned on a deserted island after the storm."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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